Yamaha MT-15 V2 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200
By BikersDunia · Official sources checked
Manufacturer-document research and buying analysis; this is not a road-test report.
Model visuals are illustrative.
The useful difference
The useful trade-off is mass versus peak output. The published figures make the MT-15 17 kg lighter, while the NS200 has 6.1 PS more peak power. Neither fact alone establishes the better commuter or the faster bike on your route.
Start with the MT-15 if…
Your main concern is moving and balancing the motorcycle in daily parking. Its lower published mass is a reason to test it first, not a promise that every rider will find it easier.
Start with the NS200 if…
You prioritise the higher published output and want to check whether the additional mass suits you. Confirm the exact variant’s braking, suspension and display equipment before judging its value.
Manufacturer-published specifications
| Specification | MT-15 V2 | Pulsar NS200 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 155 cc | 199.5 cc |
| Published peak power | 18.4 PS at 10,000 rpm | 24.5 PS at 9,750 rpm |
| Published peak torque | 14.1 Nm at 7,500 rpm | 18.74 Nm at 8,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Published kerb weight | 141 kg | 158 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel tank | 10 litres | 12 litres |
Figures apply to the inspected India specifications; confirm the model year and variant. “Not verified” describes a gap in this research, not a missing feature. Sources are linked below.
The shorter seat is not the whole accessibility story
The NS200’s listed seat is 5 mm lower, but its listed kerb mass is 17 kg higher. Seat width, footwear, suspension sag and your balance also matter. With the dealer’s assistance, test standing the bike upright and backing it into a space; do not choose solely from seat-height rankings.
More tank volume is not proof of more range
The official capacities differ by two litres. Range still depends on actual consumption, route and usable fuel. Since there is no matched economy test in this research, multiplying a tank size by an unrelated claimed mileage figure would create an unsupported comparison.
Budget for the exact bike and your normal routine
Neither inspected price selector supplied a reproducible numerical quote for this guide. Obtain same-city, same-month written quotes and list the variants alongside them. Include insurance cover, accessories you genuinely need, financing cost and workshop estimates. Set aside a separate amount for properly fitting riding equipment.
Price evidence and your dealer quote
MT-15 V2: Confirm the official variant quote
The inspected manufacturer price selector did not provide a numerical quote. Confirm Standard/DLX equipment, colour and city before comparing prices.
Pulsar NS200: Confirm the official variant quote
An amount was not available in the inspected official price selector. Request a city- and variant-specific quotation.
A test ride that answers the right questions
Make parking confidence a deciding test for this pair. Repeat it before and after riding, then assess a normal-speed overtake on an appropriate road under the dealer’s supervision. Treat comfort and control as personal observations, not specification-sheet winners.
Questions buyers ask
What are the main MT-15 versus NS200 differences?
The verified snapshot shows a 17 kg mass difference and a 6.1 PS peak-power difference. Those figures favour different priorities; the table preserves the underlying manufacturer values and source links.
Which has the lower seat?
The NS200 brochure lists 805 mm and Yamaha lists 810 mm. The small height gap is not enough to predict foot reach or confidence with the motorcycle’s weight.
Which one is cheaper to own?
That cannot be established from the verified specifications alone. Compare itemised purchase and workshop quotes, then apply the same annual distance and your measured fuel consumption to both budgets.
Sources and verification
Checked against the following official India manufacturer material on 8 November 2026. Comparative observations are our analysis of those specifications. We have not independently measured acceleration, braking, comfort or fuel economy for these pairs.
- India Yamaha Motor — MT-15 Ver 2.0 specifications
- Bajaj Auto India — Pulsar NS200 product specifications
- Bajaj Auto India — 2026 NS range brochure
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